FY 2025 Community College Initiative Program
ID: 357879Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs (DOS-ECA)

Award Range

$6M - $6M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/357879

Additional Information

https://eca.state.gov/organizational-funding/open-grant-solicitations
Timeline
    Description

    The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) of the U.S. Department of State is inviting proposals for the FY 2025 Community College Initiative (CCI) Program, which aims to establish a cooperative agreement valued at approximately $5,625,000. This program is designed to facilitate an academic exchange for emerging foreign leaders at accredited U.S. community colleges for up to one academic year, focusing on enhancing technical and professional skills while promoting understanding of U.S. values among participants from underrepresented backgrounds. Eligible applicants include U.S. non-profit organizations and educational institutions with a minimum of four years of experience in international exchange programs, and proposals must detail participant recruitment, program administration, and alignment with global skill demands. Interested parties should submit their proposals by February 18, 2025, and can contact Hans Posey at poseyhe@state.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    poseyhe@state.gov
    Files
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    FY25.pdf
    The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) has announced a funding opportunity for the FY 2025 Community College Initiative (CCI) Program, with an application deadline of February 18, 2025. This program aims to support one cooperative agreement valued at approximately $5,625,000 to facilitate an academic exchange for emerging foreign leaders at accredited U.S. community colleges for up to one academic year. Eligible applicants include U.S. non-profit organizations and educational institutions with a minimum of four years of experience in international exchange programs. The CCI Program is designed to enhance technical and professional skills in fields aligned with U.S. foreign policy and workforce needs, targeting underrepresented individuals from diverse backgrounds. Proposals must detail participant recruitment, program administration, and the alignment of academic content with global skill demands. The applicants are tasked with providing comprehensive support, including pre-departure orientation, ongoing participant monitoring, and alumni engagement post-program. The initiative also emphasizes diversity, equity, inclusion, and compliance with federal regulations throughout the implementation process.
    Performance.bin
    The Performance Monitoring Plan (PMP) provides a structured framework for collecting and evaluating data from participants in the ECA's programs to assess their impact. It emphasizes the use of the Monitoring Data for ECA (MODE) Framework, ensuring consistency in performance metrics across programs. Applicants must fill out a prescribed format detailing various indicators – including participant demographics, program engagement, and skill development – along with corresponding survey questions and targets. Data collection will occur post-program, focusing on various performance indicators related to cross-cultural competence, civic engagement, and skills enhancement. The document outlines critical definitions, such as those for participants and host communities, and details the methodology for measuring and reporting on program outcomes. It highlights the importance of alumni interactions, engagement with third-party nationals, and the need for ongoing evaluation to inform future initiatives. The overarching goal is to enhance participants' understanding of democratic values, cultural exchange, and their physical and digital skills while also fostering stronger participant networks. This structured approach aligns with government RFPs and funding requirements, ensuring accountability and effective utilization of resources.
    Performance.pdf
    The Performance Monitoring Plan (PMP) provides a structured framework for collecting and evaluating data from participants in the ECA's programs to assess their impact. It emphasizes the use of the Monitoring Data for ECA (MODE) Framework, ensuring consistency in performance metrics across programs. Applicants must fill out a prescribed format detailing various indicators – including participant demographics, program engagement, and skill development – along with corresponding survey questions and targets. Data collection will occur post-program, focusing on various performance indicators related to cross-cultural competence, civic engagement, and skills enhancement. The document outlines critical definitions, such as those for participants and host communities, and details the methodology for measuring and reporting on program outcomes. It highlights the importance of alumni interactions, engagement with third-party nationals, and the need for ongoing evaluation to inform future initiatives. The overarching goal is to enhance participants' understanding of democratic values, cultural exchange, and their physical and digital skills while also fostering stronger participant networks. This structured approach aligns with government RFPs and funding requirements, ensuring accountability and effective utilization of resources.
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